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This product complies with the European Union Directive 98/79/EC, and it is marked with a CE marking.When the product is used in applications related to the Directive 98/79/EC, read the additional information enclosed in the product package or contact the manufacturer at info.pipettes@thermofi sher.com to ensure correct and safe use.

The CE mark covers the system containing the CE marked F1-ClipTip pipette and the CE marked ClipTip pipette tips.

Product specifi cations are subject to change without prior notice. ClipTip is a registered trademark of Thermo Fisher Scientifi c Inc. and its subsidiaries.

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CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 4

2. PACKAGE 5

3. MAIN ILLUSTRATION 5

4. SAFETY 6

5. OPERATION 7

6. CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT 9

7. MAINTENANCE 11

8. STERILIZATION 16

9. TROUBLESHOOTING 17

10. APPENDICES 18

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1. IntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of a Thermo Scientifi c® F1-ClipTip® pipette!

The F1-ClipTip is a general purpose air displacement micropipette. Its intended use is for aspirating and dispensing liquids.

The F1-ClipTip features an innovative interlocking tip interface technology that locks the tip in place ensuring secure tip attachment and preventing tips from being displaced in the middle of pipetting. F1-ClipTip operates only with ClipTip® tips. For improved ergonomics, tips are attached and ejected using minimal application pressure.

The F1-ClipTip product offering covers a volume range from 1 μl to 1000 μl and includes variable and fi xed volume single channel pipettes as well as multichannel pipettes. The convenient color coding* system facilitates to identify the correct ClipTip by volume for use.

F1-ClipTip Variable Volume Single Channel Cat. no. Description Volume range Increment Color code Compatible ClipTip

4641170N F1-ClipTip 1-10 µl 1–10 µl 0.02 µl pink ClipTip 20

4641180N F1-ClipTip 2-20 µl 2–20 µl 0.02 µl pink ClipTip 20

4641190N F1-ClipTip 5-50 µl 5–50 µl 0.1 µl violet ClipTip 50

4641200N F1-ClipTip 10-100 µl 10–100 µl 0.2 µl yellow ClipTip 200

4641210N F1-ClipTip 20-200 µl 20–200 µl 0.2 µl yellow ClipTip 200

4641220N F1-ClipTip 30-300 µl 30–300 µl 1 µl orange ClipTip 300

4641230N F1-ClipTip 100-1000 µl 100–1000 µl 1 µl blue ClipTip 1000

F1-ClipTip Fixed Volume Single Channel

Cat. no. Description Volume range Color code Compatible ClipTip

4651190N F1-ClipTip 10 µl 10 µl dark blue ClipTip 20

4651200N F1-ClipTip 20 µl 20 µl dark blue ClipTip 50

4651210N F1-ClipTip 25 µl 25 µl dark blue ClipTip 50

4651220N F1-ClipTip 50 µl 50 µl dark blue ClipTip 50

4651230N F1-ClipTip 100 µl 100 µl dark blue ClipTip 200

4651240N F1-ClipTip 200 µl 200 µl dark blue ClipTip 200

4651250N F1-ClipTip 250 µl 250 µl dark blue ClipTip 300

4651260N F1-ClipTip 500 µl 500 µl dark blue ClipTip 1000

4651270N F1-ClipTip 1000 µl 1000 µl dark blue ClipTip 1000

* color coding does not apply to fi xed models

F1-ClipTip Multichannel Cat. no. Description Channels Volume Increment Color code Compatible range ClipTip

4661110N F1-ClipTip 8-ch 1–10 µl 8 1–10 µl 0.02 µl pink ClipTip 20

4661120N F1-ClipTip 8-ch 5–50 µl 8 5–50 µl 0.1 µl violet ClipTip 50

4661130N F1-ClipTip 8-ch 10–100 µl 8 10–100 µl 0.2 µl yellow ClipTip 200

4661140N F1-ClipTip 8-ch 30–300 µl 8 30–300 µl 1 µl orange ClipTip 300

4661150N F1-ClipTip 12-ch 1–10 µl 12 1–10 µl 0.02 µl pink ClipTip 20

4661160N F1-ClipTip 12-ch 5–50 µl 12 5–50 µl 0.1 µl violet ClipTip 50

4661170N F1-ClipTip 12-ch 10–100 µl 12 10–100 µl 0.2 µl yellow ClipTip 200

4661180N F1-ClipTip 12-ch 30–300 µl 12 30–300 µl 1 µl orange ClipTip 300

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1 Pipetting and volume adjustment button

2 Adjustable fi nger rest

3 Tip ejector

4 Volume display

5 Space for personal ID tag

6 Tip fi tting

7 Tip sealing O-ring

8 Color coding

2. PackageThe F1-ClipTip package contains the following items:

1. F1-ClipTip pipette 2. Service tool 3. Multichannel service tool 4. Tip fi tting tool 5. ClipTip tip sample 6. Tube of grease (Order No. 2203130) 7. Instructions for Use 8. Calibration certifi cate / Warranty Certifi cate 9. Shelf hanger (Order No. 2206040) 10. Warning labels 11. O-ring Order No. 2214930 Single Channel Pipette (Scp) 300 (3 pcs) Order No. 2215540 Scp 1000 (3 pcs) Order No. 2214920 Multichannel Pipette (Mcp) (12 pcs)

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3.1 . Materials The F1-ClipTip is made of mechanically durable and chemically resistant materials.For waste disposal instructions, contact your local environmental agency. For more information, contact us at info.pipettes@thermofi sher.com.

Aggressive substances can damage the pipette or pipette parts. Check for material compatibility before using organic solvents and aggressive chemicals.

ClipTip pipette tips are made of natural color virgin polypropolyene. The tips feature a hydrophobic surface, which effectively prevents liquid retention. ClipTips pipette tips come in multiple packaging options including racks and reload packs, in sterile and non-sterile versions. ClipTip tips are also available with a fi lter and are certifi ed free of human DNA, RNase, DNase, ATP and endotoxin contamination.

The material used in F1-ClipTip pipettes and ClipTip tips are as follows:

F1-CLIPTIP PIPETTES

Material

External surfaces of the upper parts:

ABS/PC acrylonitrilebutadienstyrene/polycarbonate

PA polyamide

PEI polyetherimide

Foil

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PEI polyetherimide

PA polyamide

PVDF polyvinyldenfl uoride

EPDM ethylene-propylene-diene rubber

FVM fl uorosilicone rubber

Steel stainless steel

PPSU Polyphenylsulfone

CLIPTIP TIPS

Tip PP polypropylene

Filters PE polyethylene

4. Safety

Cautions are marked with this symbol .

4.1. Intended useThe intended use of the device is to transfer liquids in the volume range of 1 μl to 1000 μl. The F1-ClipTip pipette and ClipTip tip are designed as a component of an analyzing system for an end user, who is responsible for validating the system to ensure reliable and safe results.

Damage to health Follow general procedures for hazard prevention and safety instructions; e.g. wear

protective clothing, eye protection and gloves. For use and waste disposal of hazardous (e.g. radioactive and potentially infectious) material,

follow the safety instructions and general laboratory practice. The pipette and tips are not intended for in vivo use. Do not use the pipette for pipetting any liquid

to be injected into a human body. Do not eject the tip towards anybody.

The F1-ClipTip is to be used by trained personnel with required laboratory skills. The instructions for use must be read prior to and during the use of the device (pipette and tip). The F1-ClipTip pipette can be used between +4°C and +40°C.

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Incorrect dispensing results Performance may vary due to:

a. pipetting method (forward pipetting technique recommended) b. temperature (air, liquid, vessel, pipette, and tip) c. pressure d. humidity e. operator, e.g. thumb movement, pipetting angle f. liquid density, viscosity and vapor pressure g. type of tip

If the pipetting performance is critical to the outcome of a specifi c application, the result has to be assured with an alternative test, and if this is not an option, by duplicate testing. The possibility of an incorrect volume delivery during pipetting cannot be entirely mitigated.

To avoid inaccurate dispensing and/or leakage, check that the tip is properly attached to the pipette.

When rotating the volume adjustment button, do not exceed the volume range of the pipette. Otherwise the pipette may be damaged or affect pipetting performance.

Pipetting performance cannot be guaranteed if the tip is reused. Choose only a tip and pipette with matching color coding.

5. Operation

Cautions for incorrect operation For optimum performance, make sure that the tips, pipette and solution are at the same

temperature. Before you begin your actual pipetting, fi ll and empty the tip three to fi ve times with the

solution that you will be pipetting. Push and release the pipetting button slowly at all times particularly when working with high

viscosity liquids. Never allow the pipetting button to snap back. Do not hold the pipette horizontally or upside down when there is liquid inside the tip. Sample

liquid may enter the pipette, which will affect the pipetting performance and may damage the pipette.

Operate the pipetting button gently. If it is quickly released, sample liquid may enter the pipette, which will affect the pipetting performance and may damage the pipette.

Follow the ergonomic guidelines for laboratory work to minimize the risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI).

5.1 ID-tagYou can mark the pipette ID-tag with your initials, pipetting application or calibration date. Remove the pipette’s module to replace the tag. Mark the label and slide the tag together with the holder back to its slot (Picture 1).

5.2 Adjusting the fi nger restThe fi nger rest supports the position of the pipette on the index fi nger, enhancing ergonomics. The fi nger rest can be adjusted by rotating it 60 degrees in both directions from the center position (Picture 2). Usually right-handed operators turn it left (counter clockwise) to achieve the best possible position for the thumb to eject the tip.

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5.3 Setting the delivery volume 1. Set the delivery volume using the volume adjustment button on the top of the pipette (Picture 3). Pull the button to activate the volume setting. 2. To increase the delivery volume, turn the button counterclockwise. To decrease the delivery volume, turn it clockwise.3. Lock the volume by pushing the button down. 4. Check the volume on the display.

NOTE! Do not set volumes outside the pipette´s specifi ed volume range. Using excessive force to turn the volume adjustment button outside the range may jam the mechanism and eventually damage the pipette.

5.4 Tip attachment1. To attach the tip, guide the pipette into a ClipTip in a rack and press with light force until the tip is attached. A delicate click sound will indicate that the tip is attached. The tip is attached when the clips* (Picture 4) are locked to the tip fi tting. Do not use excessive force when attaching the tips as the device requires minimum attachment force. 2. Lift the pipette. 3. If the tip is not attached, repeat Steps 1 and 2.

Incorrect use of tips Use only ClipTip tips with an F1-ClipTip pipette. Check that all clips are locked to ensure tip sealing. ClipTip tips are designed for single use only. To ensure sterility and purity of tips check that the package is unbroken. For sterile tips also

ensure that the indicator dot is red. Check that the tip is complete and unbroken. Check for foreign particles in the tip. Check that the fi lter tips have fi lters in place and that each fi lter is unbroken and not tilted.

5.5 Aspirating and dispensing liquid 1. Fill a suitable vessel with the liquid to be dispensed.2. Depress the pipetting button to the fi rst stop (Picture 5).3. Dip the tip under the surface of the liquid in the reservoir to a depth of about 1 cm and slowly release the button. Withdraw the tip from the liquid by moving it against the edge of the reservoir to remove excess liquid.4. Deliver the liquid by gently depressing the button to the fi rst stop. After a delay of about one second, continue to depress the button all the way to the second stop. This action will empty the tip.5. Withdraw the tip by moving it against the edge of the target container.

Ensure proper functioning of F1-ClipTip 1-10μl multichannel and 1-50 μl single channel pipettesThe F1-ClipTip 1-10μl multichannel and 1-50 μl single channel pipettes utilize an innovative super blow-out piston technology to ensure effi cient liquid delivery with small volumes. In pipettes with the super blow-out piston three separate movements are observed (Picture 6) when the plunger is pressed down to dispense liquid:

1. Primary plunger movement – delivers the set volume amount

2. Blow-out – additional phase to dispense residual liquid

3. Super blow-out – enhances the effectiveness of blow-out

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When the pipette is not used for a period of time, the plunger movement may become stiff due to hardening of grease. In rare cases this can affect the functionality of the super blow-out piston, which can become temporarily jammed. To ensure proper functionality it is recommended to press the plunger several times to the fi nal stop (step 3 in picture) before dosing the sample liquid. This releases the piston and re-distributes the lubricant.

NOTE! If the super blow-out piston is jammed, increased force might be required to release it. Ensure that plunger moves to the down position (Picture 6).

For more information about different pipetting techniques, check the Good Laboratory Pipetting Guide online.

5.6 Tip ejectionTo release the tip, point the pipette at a suitable waste receptacle and press the tip ejector with your thumb.

6. Calibration and Adjustment6.1 Factory calibration limitsF1-ClipTip pipettes are factory calibrated and adjusted to give the volumes as specifi ed with distilled or deionized water using the forward pipetting technique. Manufacturer specifi cations are shown on the pipette calibration certifi cate and in Appendix 2.

Cautions for calibration and pipette adjustment It should be noted that the use of different pipetting techniques may affect the calibration

results. The pipettes are constructed to permit re-adjustment for other pipetting techniques or liquids of different temperature and viscosity.

The performance of a new and serviced pipette must be checked and documented. The manufacturer’s specifi cations should be used as guidelines and the user should establish

acceptable imprecision and inaccuracy performance limits (ISO 8655). The user determines the performance and applicability of the pipette and tip combination

for a particular application and determine the required interval for performance checking. Before starting the actual dosing, pre-rinse the tip with the liquid by fi lling and emptying the

tip three to fi ve times to improve accuracy and precision.

6.2 Test conditions and equipmentAn analytical balance must be used. The scale graduation value of the balance should be chosen according to the selected test volume of the pipette:

Volume range Readable graduationunder 10 μl 0.001 mg

10–100 μl 0.01 mgabove 100 μl 0.1 mg

The test liquid is deionized distilled “grade 3” water in compliance with ISO 3696. Tests are done in a draft-free room at a constant (±0.5°C) temperature between 15°C to 30°C. The relative humidity must be above 50%. Especially with volumes under 50 μl, air humidity should be as high as possible to reduce the effect of evaporation loss. Special accessories, such as an evaporation trap, are recommended.

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6.3 Procedure to check calibrationThe pipette is checked at maximum volume (nominal volume) and minimum volume. A new tip is fi rst pre-wetted three to fi ve times and a series of ten pipettings is done at both volumes. A pipette is always adjusted according to the delivery of the selected volume. Use of the forward pipetting technique is recommended. The maximum permissible errors are valid for the forward pipetting method. It is recommended to use the ISO8655 calibration limits in Appendix 3 or user-defi ned specifi cations.

Procedure:1. Do 10 pipettings at the minimum volume.2. Do 10 pipettings at the maximum volume.3. Calculate the inaccuracy (A) and imprecision (CV) of both series.4. Compare the results to the limits.

If the calculated results are within the selected limits, the adjustment of the pipette is correct.

Pipette adjustmentAdjustment is done only for one volume. The recommended adjustment volume is the minimum volume or 10% of the maximum volume.

1. Fit the service tool (Picture 7) into the openings of the calibration nut at the top of the handle.2. Turn the service tool clockwise to increase, or counterclockwise to decrease the volume.3. After adjustment, check the calibration according to the instructions above.

Formulas for calculating results

Conversion of mass to volumeV = (w + e) x Z V = volume (μl) w = weight (mg) e = evaporation loss (mg) Z = conversion factor for μl/mg conversion

Evaporation loss can be signifi cant at low volumes. To determine mass loss, dispense water into the weighing vessel, note the reading and start a stopwatch. Check and note down how much the reading decreases during 30 seconds (e.g. 6 mg = 0.2 mg/s). Compare this to the pipetting time from taring to reading. Typically , the pipetting time might be 10 seconds and the mass loss is then 2 mg (10 s x 0.2 mg/s in this example). If an evaporation trap or lid on the vessel is used, the correction of evaporation is usually unnecessary.The factor Z is for converting the weight of the water to volume at the test temperature and pressure. A typical value is 1.0032 μl/mg at 22°C and 95 kPa. See the conversion table in Appendix 1.

Inaccuracy (systematic error)Inaccuracy is the difference between the dispensed volume and the selected volume of a pipette.

A = V - V0 A = inaccuracy V = mean volume V0 = nominal volume

Inaccuracy can be expressed as a relative value: A% = 100% x A / V0

Imprecision (random error)Imprecision refers to the repeatability of the pipettings. It is expressed as standard deviation (S) or coeffi cient of variation (CV)

S = standards deviation V = mean volume n = number of measurements

Standard deviation can be expressed as a relative value: CV = 100% x S / V

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7. Maintenance

Cautions for incorrect maintenance The pipette should be regularly serviced according to the instructions for use. The pipette performance and functioning must be checked after maintenance. Aggressive substances can damage the pipette or pipette parts. Check for material

compatibility before using organic solvents and aggressive chemicals. Use only original Thermo Scientifi c spare parts and ClipTip tips. Avoid excess grease. Use only the grease provided with the pipette. If the pipette is used daily, it is recommended to service the pipette every three months. When the F1-ClipTip is not in use, make sure it is stored in an upright position. We

recommend a pipette stand for this purpose. When shipping the device for service or inspection, ensure that it is completely free of

chemical, biological, or radioactive contamination.

7.1 Daily maintenanceThe pipette should be checked at the beginning of each day for dust and dirt on its outside surfaces. Particular attention should be paid to the tip cone. To clean the pipette, we recommend wiping it with a napless cloth wetted with 70% ethanol.

Leakage testA leakage test can be performed at any time. It is recommended to be carried out after maintenance or autoclaving.

Pre-wet the tip three to fi ve times with water. Aspirate a nominal volume of water into the tip. Place the pipette on a stand or keep it fi rmly in your hand. Wait for 20 seconds. If a drop falls within 20 s, the pipette is leaking.

If the pipette leaks, see Chapter 9: “Troubleshooting” for possible reasons and solutions.

7.2 Periodic maintenanceThe maintenance procedure starts with the disassembly of the pipette.

F1-ClipTip O-rings 5.1 are wearing parts. It is recommended to replace O-rings regularly to ensure proper sealing. Always replace the O-rings if they are worn or damaged.

7.2.1 Disassembly of 1000ul single channel pipettes 1. Remove the tip fi tting 5 (Picture 8). To remove the tip fi tting place the star-shaped end of tool 3 (picture 9) into the end of the tip fi tting. Turn the tool counterclockwise to unscrew the tip fi tting (picture 10).

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2. Press the tip ejector 4.1. Rotate the tip ejector 10 counterclockwise and pull it out (Picture 11).3. Turn the tip cone 11 counterclockwise with the service tool 1. There are two slots in the service tool: the smaller one for pipettes under 300 μl and the bigger one for pipettes over 300 μl.4. Pull out the piston assembly and other parts from the handle with the tip cone 11. Then turn the tip cone upside down and tap all parts from it.

7.2.2 Disassembly of single channel pipettes 300ul and smaller

1. Press the tip ejector 4.1. Rotate the tip ejector 10 counterclockwise and pull it out (Picture 12).

NOTE! If you want to service only parts inside cylinder go to step 4. But then use the bigger slot in service tool.

2. Remove the tip fi tting 5 (Picture 8). To remove the tip fi tting place the star-shaped end of tool 3 (picture 9) into the end of the tip fi tting. Pull the Clip trigger 8 backwards slightly with the other hand. Turn the tool counterclockwise to unscrew the tip fi tting (picture 10).3. Remove the Clip trigger 8 and Clip trigger spring 9.4. Turn the tip cone 11 counterclockwise with the service tool 1. There are two slots in the service tool: the smaller one for pipettes under 300 μl and the bigger one for pipettes over 300 μl.5. Pull out the piston assembly and other parts from the handle with the tip cone 11.

Then turn the tip cone upside down and tap all parts from it.

You can check the parts of each specifi c pipette from the pictures starting on page 23.

Remember to keep all parts in order on the table for reassembly.

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7.2.3 Cleaning and reassembling single channel pipettes- General maintenance instructions can be found on page 11.- Clean the piston, the piston spring and the O-rings with a dry napless cloth.- Check the tip cone for foreign particles or dirt. Immerse it in a suitable cleaning solution. Dry before assembly.- Grease the cleaned parts with the lubricant that comes with the pipette.- The pipette is assembled in the reverse order to disassembling. Check the volume-specifi c reassembling of the piston assemblies starting on page 23.

Piston reassembly procedures1-10μl, 10μl Fixed- First slide the spring 21, O-ring support 22 and O-ring 23 onto the tube 20.- Then slide the spring 13, the spring support 16 and tube 17, the bigger O-ring 18 and the smaller O-ring 19 back onto the piston 12.- Compress the spring 13 with your fi ngers by pressing the piston and the spring support 16 against each other, and then slide the tube 20 with the remaining parts onto the piston.- Hold the spring 13 compressed and carefully slide the entire assembly into the tip cone 11, and then release the spring.- Put the spring 15 and support 14 on top of the tip cone and carefully insert the tip cone assembly to the handle. Attach the tip cone by turning it fi rst clockwise tight by hand, then do the fi nal tightening with the service tool.- Reassemble the Clip trigger spring 9 and Clip trigger 8. Assemble the tip fi tting according to instruction in 7.2.4. Reassemble the tip ejector 10.

2-20μl, 20μl Fixed, 5-50μl 25 / 50μl Fixed- Slide the spring 13, spring support 16 and tube 17 back onto the piston 12.- Compress the spring 13 with your fi ngers by pressing the piston 12 and the spring support 16 against each other, and then slide the bigger O-ring 18, the smaller O-ring 19, the spring support 20 and spring 21 (smaller diameter against spring support 20) onto the piston.- Hold the spring 13 compressed and carefully slide the entire assembly into the tip cone 11, and then release the spring.- Put the spring 15 and support 14 on top of the tip cone and carefully insert the tip cone assembly to the handle. Attach the tip cone by turning it fi rst clockwise tight by hand, then do the fi nal tightening with the service tool.- Reassemble the Clip trigger spring 9 and Clip trigger 8. Assemble the tip fi tting according to instruction in 7.2.4. Reassemble the tip ejector 10.

10-100μl, 20-200μl, 100 / 200μl Fixed, 30-300μl, 250μl Fixed- Slide the spring 13, spring support 16 and O-ring 17 back onto the piston 12.- Slide the entire assembly into the tip cone 11.- Put the spring 15 and support 14 on top of the tip cone and carefully insert the tip cone assembly to the handle. Attach the tip cone by turning it fi rst clockwise tight by hand, then do the fi nal tightening with the service tool.- Reassemble the Clip trigger spring 9 and Clip trigger 8. Assemble the tip fi tting according to instruction in 7.2.4. Reassemble the tip ejector 10.

100-1000μl, 500 / 1000μl Fixed- Put the O-ring 17 and support ring 16 onto the tip cone 11.- Slide the spring 13 onto the piston 12 and slide the entire assembly into the tip cone 11.- Put the spring 15 and support 14 on top of the tip cone and carefully insert the tip cone assembly to the handle. Attach the tip cone by turning it fi rst clockwise tight by hand, then do the fi nal tightening with the service tool.- Reassemble the tip ejector 11. Assemble the tip fi tting according to instruction in 7.2.4.

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7.2.4 Reassembly of tip fi tting 5 and O-rings 5.1 and 5.2- Make sure that the tip fi tting has both o-rings 5.1 and 5.2 in place (Picture 8). Change o-rings during maintenance if needed. Place the tip fi tting onto the star-shaped end of tool 3 so that the screw end is facing upwards. (Single channel pipettes 300 μl and smaller: Pull slightly the Clip trigger 8 backwards with the other hand). Insert the screw end into the cylinder and carefully screw in the tip fi tting by turning the tool clockwise. Rotate the tool and tighten the tip fi tting. Check that there is no gap between tip fi tting and cylinder (Picture 13).

Be careful not to overtighten the tip fi tting. This may damage the thread in the pipette.

7.2.5 Disassembly of multichannel pipettes1. Remove the tip fi ttings (Picture 8). To remove the tip fi tting place the star-shaped end of tool 3 (picture 9) into the end of the fi tting. Turn the tool counterclockwise to unscrew the tip fi tting (picture 10). Change tip fi tting o-rings during maintenance if needed.2. Press the tip ejector 4.1 down, whereupon it presses the tip ejector 23 down at the same time. Keep the ejector cover manually in the down position and let the tip ejector rise to the normal position, whereupon the parts snap apart revealing a slot 7. If needed, facilitate lightly by hand.3. Keep the handle 4 still and insert the second end of the service tool 2 into the slot and turn clockwise to separate the handle and the module 6. from each other. Loosen until you can pull the parts apart. 4. Pull the holder spring 13 downwards and remove the two locking pieces 12. Finally, remove the holder spring carefully ensuring that the spring does not fl y off.5. Remove the two MCP adapter claws 44/45 and pull the MCP adapter 46 away. Remove the MCP spring base 43 by pulling upwards.6. Remove the two screws 19 and pull the tip ejector 23 into the down position as shown in the picture on page 25.

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7. While the tip ejector 23 is in the down position, open its upper end slightly on both sides and pull downwards. Remove the fastening spring 22. Remove the ejector link 24. Press the piston bar 16 beam into the down position. Finally unfasten the four screws 20/21 and the tip ejector. The ejector slide 25 and two springs 26 can be removed for maintenance. This does not belong to the regular long-term service, however.8. Disengage the housing bottom 17 and piston bar 16 from each other. You can disengage the tip cone assembly 42 by pulling it away from the piston assembly 31. Disengage the piston assembly by pulling it out sideways from the piston bar as shown in the picture on page 25. Remove the piston spring 33.

7.2.6 Service instructions for multichannel pipette tip cones / cylinders

Volume: 1–10 μlDisengage the tip cone cover 32 from the tip cone A (Picture 14) by easing it off with a fl at-head screwdriver. The tip cone cover and the interior parts of the tip cone, the second support 35, the O-ring 37, the sealing casing 38, the dash spring 39, the spring support 40, and the O-ring 41, can all be removed in order by using the piston assembly 31 as shown in the picture. If some parts remain in the tip cone, they can be removed by turning the tip cone upside down and tapping it.

Volumes: 5–50 μl, 10–100 μl, and 30–300 μl

Disengage the tip cone cover 32 from the tip cone B (Picture 15) by easing it off with a fl at-head screwdriver. The tip cone cover and the interior parts of the tip cone, the O-ring spring 34, the supporter ring 35, and the O-ring 36 ( 5–50μl/10–100μl: also O-ring 37), can all be removed in order by using the piston assembly 31 as shown in the picture. If some parts remain in the tip cone, they can be removed by turning the tip cone upside down and tapping it.

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7.2.7 Cleaning and reassembling multichannel pipettesSee the cleaning instructions in Section 7.2.2 “Single channel pipettes”. Check the volume-specifi c reassembling of the piston assemblies starting on page 23. The pipette is assembled in the reverse order to disassembling. Note that the ejector link 24 must be in the down position simultaneouslywith the tip ejector 23 (page 25). Clean and lubricate the holder spring 13 before assembling.

NOTE!To ensure even performance between all channels in a multichannel pipette, all tip cones have to be changed at the same time, if any of them needs to be changed. Don’t mix tip cones of different packages, because one bag contains a matched set of tip cones. Place aligning studs to the same side when assembling the module (Picture 16).

Make sure that the tip fi ttings are aligned in same level, adjust if necessary.

8. SterilizationBefore autoclaving, disassemble the tip fi tting from the tip cone and autoclave them separately. After autoclaving, the tip cone and tip fi tting must be cooled to room temperature for at least two hours. When reassembling, make sure that the tip cone and tip fi tting are dry. We recommend checking the calibration after every sterilization cycle. The effectiveness of the autoclaving must be verifi ed by the user.

8.1 Autoclavable parts:Single and multichannel pipettes:

- Tip fi tting (5) - Tip fi tting O-ring (5.1)

Single channel pipettes:

- Tip cone assembly (42)

Parts can be repeatedly autoclaved at 121°C (252°F) (2 ata) for 20 minutes.

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9. TroubleshootingThe table below lists possible problems and their solutions.

Defect

Leakage

Inaccurate dispensing

Tip not ejecting

Piston jammed

Broken tip fi tting

Dispensing knob jammed to semi down position

Possible reason

• Tip fi tting incorrectly attached or loose

• ClipTip clips are bent

• Tip fi tting o-ring damaged

• Tip incorrectly attached

• Foreign particles between the tip and the tip cone

• Foreign particles between the piston, the O-ring and the cylinder

• Insuffi cient amount of grease on the cylinder and the O-ring

• O-ring damaged

• Incorrect operation

• Tip incorrectly attached

• Calibration altered; caused by misuse, for example

• Wrong tip

• Unsuitable calibration: a list of factors is presented in Section 4.1 “Calibration and adjustment“

• Tip cone loose

• Pipette not serviced

• Tip fi tting not properly attached

• Uneven tip ejecting with the multichannel

• Pipette has been unused for a long period

• Grease is removed while pipetting a highly volatile solvent repeatedly

• Pipette dropped on the fl oor etc

• One sided force applied to the knob when adjusting the volume with one hand

Possible action

►Re-attach/tighten the tip fi tting or replace with new tip fi tting(s) using the tool.

►Discard the tip.

►Change the O-ring.

►Attach fi rmly.

►Clean the tip cones and attach new tips.

►Clean and grease the O-ring and cylinder.

►Grease accordingly.

►Change the O-ring.

►Follow the instructions carefully.

►Attach fi rmly.

►Recalibrate according to the instructions.

►Use the correct tip.

►Readjust the pipette.

►Tighten the tip cone with the service tool.

►Perform pipette service.

►Tighten the tip fi tting.

►Tighten the tip fi tting with the tool or replace the tip fi tting set.

►Remove the tip if attached. Press the plunger to the second stop and release several times to re-apply the grease.

►Use the tip fi tting tool to remove the remaining part of the tip fi tting. Place the fl at head end of the tool 3 (picture 9) into the remaining part of the tip fi tting and rotate counterclockwise to unscrew the remaining part. Assemble a new tip fi tting.

►Pull up the knob and press down again to locked position

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10. AppendicesAppendix 1. Conversion tableValue of the conversion factor Z (μl/mg), as a function of temperature and pressure, for distilled water.

Temperature Air pressure °C kPa

80 85 90 95 100 101.3 105

15.0 1.0017 1.0018 1.0019 1.0019 1.0020 1.0020 1.0020

15.5 1.0018 1.0019 1.0019 1.0020 1.0020 1.0020 1.0021

16.0 1.0019 1.0020 1.0020 1.0021 1.0021 1.0021 1.0022

16.5 1.0020 1.0020 1.0021 1.0021 1.0022 1.0022 1.0022

17.0 1.0021 1.0021 1.0022 1.0022 1.0023 1.0023 1.0023

17.5 1.0022 1.0022 1.0023 1.0023 1.0024 1.0024 1.0024

18.0 1.0022 1.0023 1.0023 1.0024 1.0025 1.0025 1.0025

18.5 1.0023 1.0024 1.0024 1.0025 1.0025 1.0026 1.0026

19.0 1.0024 1.0025 1.0025 1.0026 1.0026 1.0027 1.0027

19.5 1.0025 1.0026 1.0026 1.0027 1.0027 1.0028 1.0028

20.0 1.0026 1.0027 1.0027 1.0028 1.0028 1.0029 1.0029

20.5 1.0027 1.0028 1.0028 1.0029 1.0029 1.0030 1.0030

21.0 1.0028 1.0029 1.0029 1.0030 1.0031 1.0031 1.0031

21.5 1.0030 1.0030 1.0031 1.0031 1.0032 1.0032 1.0032

22.0 1.0031 1.0031 1.0032 1.0032 1.0033 1.0033 1.0033

22.5 1.0032 1.0032 1.0033 1.0033 1.0034 1.0034 1.0034

23.0 1.0033 1.0033 1.0034 1.0034 1.0035 1.0035 1.0036

23.5 1.0034 1.0035 1.0035 1.0036 1.0036 1.0036 1.0037

24.0 1.0035 1.0036 1.0036 1.0037 1.0037 1.0038 1.0038

24.5 1.0037 1.0037 1.0038 1.0038 1.0039 1.0039 1.0039

25.0 1.0038 1.0038 1.0039 1.0039 1.0040 1.0040 1.0040

25.5 1.0039 1.0040 1.0040 1.0041 1.0041 1.0041 1.0042

26.0 1.0040 1.0041 1.0041 1.0042 1.0042 1.0043 1.0043

26.5 1.0042 1.0042 1.0043 1.0043 1.0044 1.0044 1.0044

27.0 1.0043 1.0044 1.0044 1.0045 1.0045 1.0045 1.0046

27.5 1.0045 1.0045 1.0046 1.0046 1.0047 1.0047 1.0047

28.0 1.0046 1.0046 1.0047 1.0047 1.0048 1.0048 1.0048

28.5 1.0047 1.0048 1.0048 1.0049 1.0049 1.0050 1.0050

29.0 1.0049 1.0049 1.0050 1.0050 1.0051 1.0051 1.0051

29.5 1.0050 1.0051 1.0051 1.0052 1.0052 1.0052 1.0053

30.0 1.0052 1.0052 1.0053 1.0053 1.0054 1.0054 1.0054

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Appendix 2. Manufacturer specifi cation limits

Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Variable Volume Single Channel

Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Fixed Volume Single Channel

CompatibleOrder No. Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip µl µl % SD µl CV%

4651190 10 ±0.090 ±0.90 0.080 0.80 20

4651200 20 ±0.14 ±0.70 0.100 0.50 20

4651210 25 ±0.15 ±0.60 0.125 0.50 50

4651220 50 ±0.30 ±0.60 0.20 0.40 50

4651230 100 ±0.40 ±0.40 0.30 0.30 200

4651240 200 ±0.80 ±0.40 0.600 0.30 200

4651250 250 ±1.0 ±0.40 0.75 0.30 300

4651260 500 ±1.5 ±0.30 1.5 0.30 1000

4651270 1000 ±3.0 ±0.30 3.0 0.30 1000

CompatibleOrder No. Range Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip µl µl % SD µl CV%

4641170 1–10 µl 10 ±0.100 ±1.00 0.050 0.50 20

1 ±0.025 ±2.50 0.020 2.00

4641180 2–20 µl 20 ±0.20 ±1.00 0.08 0.40 20

2 ±0.06 ±3.00 0.05 2.50

4641190 5–50 µl 50 ±0.30 ±0.60 0.15 0.30 50

5 ±0.15 ±3.00 0.125 2.50

4641200 10–100 µl 100 ±0.80 ±0.80 0.20 0.20 200

10 ±0.30 ±3.00 0.10 1.00

4641210 20–200 µl 200 ±1.2 ±0.60 0.4 0.20 200

20 ±0.36 ±1.80 0.14 0.70

4641220 30–300 µl 300 ±1.8 ±0.60 0.6 0.20 300

30 ±0.45 ±1.50 0.18 0.60

4641230 100–1000 µl 1000 ±6.0 ±0.60 2.0 0.20 1000

100 ±1.0 ±1.00 0.6 0.60

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Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Variable Volume Multichannel

CompatibleOrder No. Range Channel Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip µl µl % SD µl CV%

4661110 1–10 µl 8 10 ±0.240 ±2.40 0.160 1.60 20 1 ±0.120 ±12.00 0.080 8.00

4661120 5–50 µl 8 50 ±0.75 ±1.50 0.35 0.70 50 5 ±0.25 ±5.00 0.10 2.00

4661130 10–100 µl 8 100 ±1.30 ±1.30 0.50 0.50 200 10 ±0.50 ±5.00 0.20 2.00

4661140 30–300 µl 8 300 ±3.0 ±1.00 0.9 0.30 300 30 ±1.5 ±5.00 0.6 2.00

4661150 1–10 µl 12 10 ±0.240 ±2.40 0.160 1.60 20 1 ±0.120 ±12.00 0.080 8.00

4661160 5–50 µl 12 50 ±0.75 ±1.50 0.35 0.70 50 5 ±0.25 ±5.00 0.10 2.00

4661170 10–100 µl 12 100 ±1.30 ±1.30 0.50 0.50 200 10 ±0.50 ±5.00 0.20 2.00

4661180 30–300 µl 12 300 ±3.0 ±1.00 0.9 0.30 300 30 ±1.5 ±5.00 0.6 2.00

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Appendix 3. ISO8655 calibration specifi cationsThermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip specifi cations according to ISO8655 standard.

CompatibleFixed Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip µl µl % SD µl CV%

10 ±0.120 ±1.20 0.080 0.80 20 20 ±0.20 ±1.00 0.10 0.50 20

25 ±0.50 ±2.00 0.20 0.80 50 50 ±0.50 ±1.00 0.20 0.40 50

100 ±0.80 ±0.80 0.30 0.30 200 200 ±1.60 ±0.80 0.60 0.30 200

250 ±4.00 ±1.60 1.50 0.60 300 500 ±4.00 ±0.80 1.50 0.30 1000 1000 ±8.00 ±0.80 3.00 0.30 1000

CompatibleRange Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip Color code µl µl % SD µl CV%1–10 µl 10 ±0.120 ±1.2 0.080 0.8 20 pink 1 ±0.120 ±12 0.080 8.0

2–20 µl 20 ±0.20 ±1.0 0.10 0.5 20 pink 2 ±0.20 ±10.0 0.10 5.0

5–50 µl 50 ±0.50 ±1.0 0.20 0.4 50 violet 5 ±0.50 ±10 0.20 4.0

10–100 µl 100 ±0.80 ±0.8 0.30 0.3 200 yellow 10 ±0.80 ±8.0 0.30 3.0

20–200 µl 200 ±1.60 ±0.8 0.60 0.3 200 yellow 20 ±1.60 ±8.0 0.60 3.0

30–300 µl 300 ±4.0 ±1.3 1.5 0.5 300 orange 30 ±4.0 ±13 1.5 5.0

100–1000 µl 1000 ±8.0 ±0.8 3.0 0.3 1000 blue 100 ±8.0 ±8.0 3.0 3.0

Compatible Range Channel Volume Inaccuracy Imprecision ClipTip Color code µl µl % SD µl CV%1–10 µl 8, 12 10 ±0.24 ±2.4 0.16 1.6 20 pink 1 ±0.24 ±24 0.16 16

5–50 µl 8, 12 50 ±1.0 ±2.0 0.4 0.8 50 violet 5 ±1.0 ±20 0.4 8.0

10–100 µl 8, 12 100 ±0.80 ±0.8 0.30 0.3 200 yellow 10 ±0.80 ±8.0 0.30 3.0

30–300 µl 8, 12 300 ±8.0 ±2.7 3.0 1.0 300 orange 30 ±8.0 ±26.7 3.0 10.0

Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Variable Volume Single Channel

Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Fixed Volume Single Channel

Thermo Scientifi c F1-ClipTip Variable Volume Multichannel

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Appendix 4. Assembly and spare parts* Available as a spare part. See model specifi c order numbers on page 27.

2

1062930 Multichannel service tool

* 50. Module

* 42. Tip cone assembly

1

1062800 Service and adjustment tool

* 5. Tip fitting

3

0300070 Tip fitting tool

3

23

1–10μl 10 μl Fixed

2–20μl20 μl Fixed

5–50μl25 / 50 μl Fixed

All1–300μl

12

14

15

16

17

18*19*

20

21

13

12

14

15

16

18*

19*

17

20

21

2223*

13

12

14

15

16

17

18*

19*

20

21

13

11

10

8

9

5.2*

5.1*5*

24

100–1000μl500 / 1000 μl Fixed

12

13

14

15

16

17*

6

8

9

5.2*

5.1*

5*

10

11

10–100μl30–300μl

250μl Fixed20–200μl

100 / 200 μl Fixed

12

13

14

15

16

17*

12

13

14151617*

12

13

14151617*

11

10

8

9

5.2*

5.1*5*

All1–300μl

25

* 50

15

12

13

16

17

31

33

30

37

35

43

44

46

1821

20

22

42* 23

19

25

26

45

24

32

38

394041

27

5.2*

5.1*

5*

26

15

12

13

16

17

43

44 45

46

1821

20

22

31

33

42*

32

23

19

25

26

343536

30

24

27

50*

5.2*

5.1*5*

27

Single Channel1–10μl / 10μl Fixed5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343018. 103038019. 103006023. 103017042. 2216080N2–20μl / 20μl Fixed5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343018. 103038019. 103311042. 2216090N5–50μl / 25μl / 50μl Fixed5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343018. 103050019. 103906042. 2216100N10–100μl5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343017. 103051042. 2216110N20–200μl / 100μl / 200μl Fixed5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343017. 103016042. 2216120N

30–300μl / 250μl Fixed 5. 2216160 4 pcs5.1. 2214930 3 pcs5.2. 103343017. 103333042. 2216130N100–1000μl500μl / 1000μl Fixed5. 2216190 4 pcs5.1. 2215540 3 pcs5.2. 103343017. 103002042. 2216220N

Multichannel8-ch / 12-ch5. 2216170 8 pcs5. 2216180 12 pcs5.1. 2214920 12 pcs5.2. 103343042. 2214390 1–10μl 12 pcs42. 2214400 5–50μl 12 pcs42. 2214410 10–100μl 12 pcs42. 2214420 30–300μl 12 pcs8-ch50. 2213620N 1–10μl50. 2213630N 5–50μl50. 2213640N 10–100μl50. 2213650N 30–300μl 12-ch50. 2213660N 1–10μl50. 2213670N 5–50μl50. 2213680N 10–100μl50. 2213690N 30–300μl

F1-ClipTip single channel and multichannel spare part order numbers

28

94410210

94410213

94410250

94410253

94410310

94410313

94410510

94410513

94410710

94410713

Thermo Scientifi c ClipTip racked and sterile tips

Thermo Scientifi c ClipTip fi lter tips , sterile

94420213

94420253

94420313

94420513

94420713

Code ClipTip Volume Qty

All ClipTip tips are certifi ed to be free from RNase, DNase, DNA, ATP and endotoxins.

Thermo Scientifi c ClipTip reload inserts

94410217

94410218

94410257

94410258

94410317

94410318

94410517

94410518

94410717

94410718

20 μl

20 μl

50 μl

50 μl

200 μl

200 μl

300 μl

300 μl

1000 μl

1000 μl

ClipTip 20

ClipTip 20, sterile

ClipTip 50

ClipTip 50, sterile

ClipTip 200

ClipTip 200, sterile

ClipTip 300

ClipTip 300, sterile

ClipTip 1000

ClipTip 1000, sterile

ClipTip Filter 20

ClipTip Filter 50

ClipTip Filter 200

ClipTip Filter 300

ClipTip Filter 1000

20 μl

50 μl

200 μl

300 μl

1000 μl

ClipTip 20

ClipTip 20, sterile

ClipTip 50

ClipTip 50, sterile

ClipTip 200

ClipTip 200, sterile

ClipTip 300

ClipTip 300, sterile

ClipTip 1000

ClipTip 1000, sterile

20 μl

20 μl

50 μl

50 μl

200 μl

200 μl

300 μl

300 μl

1000 μl

1000 μl

Code ClipTip Volume Qty

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

8x96/rack

8x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

10x96/rack

8x96/rack

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

10x96/insert

8x96/insert

8x96/insert

Code ClipTip Volume Qty

Appendix 5. ClipTip ordering information

29

Appendix 6. F1-ClipTip and ClipTip compatibility table

ClipTip20

ClipTip50

ClipTip20

0

ClipTip30

0

ClipTip10

00

ClipTipFilte

r20

ClipTipFilte

r50

ClipTipFilte

r200

ClipTipFilte

r300

ClipTipFilte

r100

0

F1 ClipTip 1 10 l x x

F1 ClipTip 2 20 l x x

F1 ClipTip 5 50 l x x

F1 ClipTip 10 100 l x x

F1 ClipTip 20 200 l x x

F1 ClipTip 30 300 l x x

F1 ClipTip 100 1000 l x x

Non filter tips Filter tips

F1 ClipTip 10 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 20 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 25 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 50 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 100 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 200 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 250 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 500 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 1000 l fixed volume x x

F1 ClipTip 8 ch 1 10 l x x

F1 ClipTip 8 ch 5 50 l x x

F1 ClipTip 8 ch 10 100 l x x

F1 ClipTip 8 ch 30 300 l x x

F1 ClipTip 12 ch 1 10 l x x

F1 ClipTip 12 ch 5 50 l x x

F1 ClipTip 12 ch 10 100 l x x

F1 ClipTip 12 ch 30 300 l x x

30

Multichannel stand#9420390

F–stand#9420400

Reagent reservoir100 ml #95128085

Reagent reservoir25 ml #95128093

Reagent reservoir25 ml divided #951228095

Appendix 7. Pipette accessories

31

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